Dr. Hawayek says the cosmetic effect, though gratifying, is temporary.

“On average, the improved appearance lasts three to four months,” she says. “However, some patients have expressed satisfaction with their results for six months or longer.”

Dr. Hawayek says cosmetic Botox is a prescription medicine that is injected into the skin and absorbed into the muscles.

“It’s an office procedure I perform at Kelsey-Seybold Clinic – The Woodlands​ that only takes a few minutes,” she says. “Botox blocks the nerve impulses in the intended muscles. This significantly reduces muscular activity that causes lines to form – especially the ones between eyebrows.”

Dr. Hawayek says that within a few days of treatment, patients usually see a notable improvement in frown lines and wrinkles.

“Both men and women have said they felt more confident about their appearance once their deep expression lines had been reduced,” she says.

Dr. Hawayek cautions that Botox treatments are not for everyone and should not be used on patients who are pregnant, breastfeeding or have a neurologic disease.

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